Construction Administrator

Placements24; Soweto; On-site; ZAR 201,000 - 335,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance bonus

Leave benefits

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a detail-oriented Construction Administrator to support construction projects in Soweto and Gauteng. You will manage contracts, drawings, permits, and correspondence, while coordinating meetings and preparing progress reports.

This role ensures smooth site office operations and supports the project management team in daily tasks. The ideal candidate has proven construction administration experience, strong MS Office skills, and excellent organization and communication

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Construction Administrator or in a similar administrative role within the construction industry.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Familiarity with construction terminology and project management software is advantageous.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain all project-related documentation, including contracts, drawings, permits, and correspondence.
• Coordinate and schedule project meetings, prepare agendas, and take minutes.
• Assist with the preparation of project reports, progress updates, and financial documentation.
• Act as a liaison between the site team, head office, and external stakeholders.
• Process invoices, track expenses, and manage site office supplies and resources.
• Ensure compliance with company administrative procedures and policies.
• Provide general administrative support to the Project Manager and site staff.

Skills

Construction Admin

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a detail-oriented and organized Construction Administrator to provide essential administrative support for their construction projects in Soweto and across Gauteng. You will be responsible for managing project documentation, coordinating communication, and assisting the project management team with various administrative tasks. This role is key to ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of the project site office and supporting the successful delivery of construction projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain all project-related documentation, including contracts, drawings, permits, and correspondence.
• Coordinate and schedule project meetings, prepare agendas, and take minutes.
• Assist with the preparation of project reports, progress updates, and financial documentation.
• Act as a liaison between the site team, head office, and external stakeholders.
• Process invoices, track expenses, and manage site office supplies and resources.
• Ensure compliance with company administrative procedures and policies.
• Provide general administrative support to the Project Manager and site staff.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Construction Administrator or in a similar administrative role within the construction industry.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Familiarity with construction terminology and project management software is advantageous.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to gain valuable experience in the construction industry.
• Supportive team environment and professional development.
• Work on diverse construction projects within the Soweto area.
• Standard company benefits including leave and potential for performance bonuses.